What is the Forests Worth Knowing program? Forests Worth Knowing is a professional development opportunity designed for Island teachers. It is organized by the Canadian Woodlands Forum in partnership with forest professionals from industry, government and academic organizations...
PEI is currently considered a low risk area for Lyme disease, but if you find a tick attached to you, do you know what to do? Dr. Greg German, Infectious Disease Physician with Health PEI, will be one of the featured guests at a free educational event to help Islanders learn ways...
The Department of Environment, Water and Climate Change, in cooperation with other non-governmental partners, offers and/or supports several programs for environmental stewardship. Wildlife Conservation Fund (WCF) Wildlife Conservation Fund provides funding for the protection and...
Planning for the Future: Climate Change and Island Forests One of the major challenges for forest managers and forest owners is the length of time it take many tree species to grow to maturity. Species such as balsam fir and trembling aspen have a life span that approximates that...
There are currently no new properties proposed for designation under the Wildlife Management Act. As new properties are proposed, information will be posted here for comment. Comments can be sent to: Director of Forests, Fish and Wildlife Division Department of Environment, Water...
Five Island forest fire fighters are leaving for Alberta this weekend to help with the increasingly serious wildfire situation. Three members will join a joint Sustained Action team with wildfire fighters from New Brunswick. The other two are serving as a Fire Information Officer...
For many Islanders, the unofficial start of spring is the opening of the angling season on April 15. Fishing is an inexpensive and fun family activity, and more than 10,000 angling licenses are sold annually in Prince Edward Island. The number of people fishing is higher than...
When people come in contact with young mammals or birds that seem to be abandoned or lost, it is human nature to step in and try to help. Often these animals are found near homes or cottages and in places where we walk, cycle and enjoy nature. This instinct to "help" can often be...
What do I need to export or ship fur from PEI? A Fur Export Permit is required to export fur outside the province. Call 902-368-4683 or 1-866-368-4683 for information on how to acquire a fur export permit. Do I require a licence to become a fur dealer? Yes. Anyone who buys the...
Young and first-time hunters have incentives from the provincial government to take up the sport this season. Hunting licenses – as well as the required hunter safety training courses – are now free for first-time hunters. Hunter licenses are issued to Islanders and non-residents...